No one paid much attention when Turning Stone first opened its casino in 1993. But in the past decade, it has become a pillar of Central New York’s economy: It employs about 5,000 people; has added a spa, performance center, PGA-level golf course and more; and is at the center of a growing list of satellite businesses as the resort becomes a major draw for out-of-towners. Turning Stone is No. 9 in The Post-Standard’s list of the top stories of the decade.

Centered on Syracuse: Story of Decade No. 9 -- Turning Stone keeps area's economy on a roll No one paid much attention when Turning Stone first opened its casino in 1993. But in the past decade, it has become a pillar of Central New York’s economy: It employs about 5,000 people; has added a spa, performance center, PGA-level golf course and more; and is at the center of a growing list of satellite businesses as the resort becomes a major draw for out-of-towners. Turning Stone is No. 9 in The Post-Standard’s list of the top stories of the decade. Link here to read the entire list.